Ovex Oral Suspension 100mg/5ml (30ml)

Ovex Suspension is an oral suspension designed to treat threadworm (pinworm) infections in the gut. It contains the active ingredient mebendazole, which belongs to a class of medicines called anthelmintics. Mebendazole stops threadworms from absorbing essential sugars they need to survive, causing them to lose energy, die off over a few days, and be passed out of the body in stools. It’s effective with a single dose per person, though a second dose is recommended after roughly two weeks to avoid re-infection.            

Active Ingredient

Mebendazole 100mg/5ml

Other Ingredients

Sucrose, microcrystalline cellulose and carmellose sodium, methylcellulose, methylparahydroxybenzoate (E218), propylparahydroxybenzoate (E216), sodium laurilsulfate, banana flavour, citric acid monohydrate, purified water.

For adults and children 2 years old and over:

• Shake the bottle well before use and measure with the provided cup or syringe.
• Take one 5ml dose as a single treatment.
• Repeat dose: A second 5ml dose after ~2 weeks is recommended to avoid re-infection.
• Family treatment: It’s recommended that all household members be treated at the same time to help prevent reinfection.

Precautions

• Not suitable for children under 2 years old.
• Do not use if allergic to mebendazole or any of the ingredients listed in the leaflet.
• It’s not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding , speak to a doctor or pharmacist first.
• This treatment kills adult worms but not their eggs. Strict hygiene (handwashing, washing bedding/clothing, keeping nails short) is essential to avoid reinfection.
• If symptoms persist, worsen, or you notice unusual reactions like rash, swelling, abdominal pain or diarrhoea, seek medical advice

Storage

Store below 25°C.

Store in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight.

Do not freeze or refrigerate.

Keep bottle tightly closed.

Keep out of reach and sight of children.

Common side effects may include:

• Pains in the stomach or cramps 
• Nausea 
• Vomiting  
• Loss of appetite  
• Headache  
• Dizziness  

Uncommon side effects may include:

• Skin rash or itching  
• Mild fever 
• Tiredness or weakness 
• Temporary hair thinning when use for longer periods 

For more information see Patient Information Leaflet.

Including any side effects that are not listed in the patient information leaflet, you can speak to your doctor or pharmacist about. Also, side effects can be reported directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard or by searching “MHRA Yellow Card” in the Google Store or Apple App Store. Reporting side effects helps improve the safety of this medicine for yourself and future customers.